Caribbean Week in New York: Tourism ministers and commissioners from across the region, including Guyana, are set to meet in Manhattan for Caribbean Week in New York 2026, aimed at strengthening economic resilience and market share under the theme “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences.” Aviation Safety Scrutiny: Concerns are growing over Domestic Airways’ regulatory status and safety record, with calls for urgent clarity from the Guyana Civil Aviation Authority after repeated incidents. Major Fire Hits Shipping and Businesses: An early-morning blaze gutted the Demerara Shipping Company workshop on Water Street and damaged nearby businesses on Lombard Street, with investigators reportedly looking at a possible equipment-related cause. Mining and Environment Watch: The EPA is reviewing the Environmental Impact Assessment for Mako Mining’s Eagle Mountain Gold Project, while the Alphonso family’s JV arrangements are said to have enabled foreign firms to control over 600 sq km of gold lands. Flood Response Under Fire: Opposition parties blame government neglect for flooding in Regions 4, 5 and 6, as officials mobilise nationwide relief. Regional Services Boost: President Ali announced new government service centres for Bartica and Kamarang, plus a second ferry for the Parika-Bartica route. Energy and Industry Moves: ExxonMobil has started a three-month inspection of the Gas-to-Energy subsea pipeline, and Turkish powership Karpowership is reported to be demanding higher rates amid contract renewal pressure. Trade Growth: Guyana-Brazil trade has hit US$1B, driven by energy, mining, infrastructure and construction links. Security and Crime: Police are investigating a Parika shooting that injured a Venezuelan national, and a taxi driver was remanded after an AK-47 weapons haul was found.